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Ilene and Gary Modica from Our Italian Journey - ouritalianjourney.com

Discover Italy

Living in Italy has changed the way we see the world. We travel deeper, appreciate more, and share every hidden corner with you — one story at a time.

Viareggio, Italy beautiful beach, harbor and view of Carrara mountains. ouritalianjourney.com https://ouritalianjourney.com/viareggio-beach-italy
Central Italy Italy One-Year Adventure

Viareggio and its Beautiful Beach in Italy

Updated on November 23, 2024October 29, 20202 Comments on Viareggio and its Beautiful Beach in Italy
Salerno, Campania, Italy travel tips. ouritalianjourney.com
Italy One-Year Adventure Southern Italy

The Charm of Salerno, A Jewel Found in Campania

Updated on December 31, 2024October 22, 20202 Comments on The Charm of Salerno, A Jewel Found in Campania
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Museum Enzo Ferrari, Modena, Italy - ouritalianjourney.com
General Info Italy Northern Italy

Museum Enzo Ferrari, Modena

Updated on November 23, 2024October 15, 20200 Comment on Museum Enzo Ferrari, Modena
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How to make Modica chocolate from Sicily, Italy. ouritalianjourney.com
Food Italy Southern Italy

How to Make Silician Chocolate di Modica

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How to keep Italian traditions alive in a modern world. ouritalianjourney.com
Food General Info Italy

How to Keep Italian Traditions Alive | Evening with Friends

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Announcement Secret Project - the Wait is Now Over! Ilene & Gary Modica, ouritalianjourney.com
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Announcement Special Project – the Wait is Over!

Updated on November 23, 2024September 24, 20203 Comments on Announcement Special Project – the Wait is Over!
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Historical porticoes in Bologna Italy. ouritalianjourney.com https://ouritalianjourney.com/beautiful-porticoes-bologna
General Info Italy Northern Italy

Beautiful Porticoes, Bologna

Updated on November 23, 2024September 10, 202021 Comments on Beautiful Porticoes, Bologna
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Classy & stunning iconic Italian sports cars. Lamborghani, Pagani, Masarati and more. ouritalianjourney.com
General Info Italy Northern Italy

The Greatest Classy & Stunning Italian Sports Cars

Updated on November 23, 2024September 3, 20204 Comments on The Greatest Classy & Stunning Italian Sports Cars
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Guest post on how we moved to Italy. - ouritalianjourney.com
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Exclusive: How We Moved To Italy Without Jobs

Updated on November 12, 2025August 27, 20202 Comments on Exclusive: How We Moved To Italy Without Jobs
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Italian proverbs and meanings, ouritalianjourney.com
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25 Popular Italian Proverbs, Sayings and Meanings

Updated on November 23, 2024August 20, 20204 Comments on 25 Popular Italian Proverbs, Sayings and Meanings
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il Mercato in Florence, Italy; must visit market for everyone ouritalianjourney.com
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il Mercato | Popular Gigantic Market | Florence, Italy

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Grazie Mille!

Our first book, “Our Italian Journey,” was written during our year in Italy experiencing the seducing charm of the country. We share a vivid picture of life in Italy in our first-ever book. Let us be your guide to the most beautiful places in Italy. Available on Amazon.

Now this well-received book is an audiobook narrated by us. Please use our referral link for the US to get Audible.

Did you know we now live in Lucca? How we got here is the subject of our second book, “When Your Heart Finds Its Home,” also available on Amazon.

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